EconomyArgentina’s poverty rises to 32 percent under Milei, with more pain forecast
Argentina’s poverty rate rose from 28.2% to 32.3% in the first half of 2026, while extreme poverty climbed to 7.5%, according to INDEC. The Catholic University of Argentina estimates poverty could reach 35% by year-end, potentially weakening Javier Milei’s support among lower-income voters as he seeks re-election in 2027.
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Argentina’s poverty rises to 32 percent under Milei, with more pain forecast
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